When looking back on 2022, so much has happened in the PA craft beer industry. With many breweries opening, a few closing, and so much more, this year has brought a lot to talk about.
As we have done the past few years, we have a list of the top 10 PA craft beer news stories. Check out how these compare to the top 10 from 2019, the top 10 from 2020, and the top 10 from 2021.
As the leading voice in PA craft beer, we have stayed on top of it all. Below is a list of the top 10 news items we shared on BreweriesInPA.com, in reverse order, based on page views for the year.
10. The Side Pull Tap… What Is It And Why Should We Care?
Side Pull taps took Pennsylvania by storm in 2021, and continued strong into 2022. For those who don’t know, a side pull draft beer faucet (or Czech beer faucet) is used to control the flow of beer to create a creamy head, which is the traditional way of enjoying a Czech pilsner. Learn more about them here!
9. Levante Stables To Close In Downingtown; Brewery Eyes Future Expansion To New Locations
Levante Stables permanently closed its doors on June 26, 2022. The future at Levante Brewing is bright, and they are excited to expand the brand to new locations, ventures, venues, and more very soon. (You can read our reporting on their future plans for Ardmore here).
8. St. Boniface Stands By Decision To Host Mid Atlantic Reformation Society; Says The Reject All Forms Of Hate
On June 23rd a group called The Mid Atlantic Reformation Society is set to host an event at the Tied House in Lititz, which is owned by St. Boniface Craft Brewing. After backlash online, the group holding the event decided to relocate it.
7. Sunset Hill Brewing Coming To Gibertsville In Summer 2022
6. The Top 10 Breweries In Pennsylvania In 2022 According To Untappd (First Half Of 2022)
5. South County Brewing; A Destination Brewery And Taproom Pennsylvania Can Be Proud Of
In early 2022 South County Brewing Company officially opened the doors to their new flagship brewery located at 170 Crossway Drive in York, PA.
The new location was developed to create an experience where the unique setting, culinary offerings, and beverage options including a PA-based cocktail /wine menu could match the reputation of high-quality beer that has created a loyal fan following over the past decade.
4. Dublin Brewing To Open 11,000+ Square Foot Brewery Featuring Winery Taproom In Downingtown
3. It Would Appear That Jean Broillet Has Returned To Tired Hands Less Than One Year After Being Removed
Back in May 2021, after being accused of misconduct, Tired Hands announced that owner and founder Jean Broillet would step down from daily operations. In June 2022, it appeared that the former brewery owner was back in a public-facing capacity with the brand. Later in the month, the brewery released a statement confirming his return to daily operations.
2. What Is Phantasm Powder? Because It Will Soon Be Showing Up In Your Craft Beer Across Pennsylvania
Phantasm Powder landed in Pennsylvania in 2022, was created in New Zealand, and is a product that has been in development for a couple of years now. The product is in powder form and is derived from New Zealand Marlborough Sauv Blanc grapes. These grapes are known for their thiol precursors which are known for creating rich tropical notes when added to fermentation. Read more about Phantasm Powder here.
1. The Top 10 Breweries In Pennsylvania In 2022 According To Untappd
Are you an Untappd fanatic? Always checking in the latest beer purchase as soon as it touches your lips? If so, you probably want to see how breweries in Pennsylvania stack up against each other through the app.
